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Aging America: Elder abuse on the rise0
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- January 31, 2013
As many as 2 million seniors are abused, exploited or neglected every year, according to available statistics and surveys, and experts say that number could actually be much higher. Some research indicates that one in 10 seniors have suffered some form of abuse at least once. Unfortunately, the needs of these abuse victims are growing
READ MOREAfter-school Crafts for a Greener Planet0
- Environmental Well-Being
- December 20, 2011
The students in the Green and Recycled Arts class at After-School All-Stars, an LA after-school program provider serving poor inner-city children, are learning that they can express themselves artistically in an environmentally friendly way by taking random household materials to create reusable items and works of art. Huffington Post, 12/13/2011
READ MOREAfter tragedy, who bounces back? Keys to resiliency may lie in childhood0
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- June 7, 2013
Why are some people better able to recover from tragedy and trauma than others? According to emerging research on the biology of resilience, an individual’s ability to recover from traumatic events may depend on a combination of factors such as early life experiences, genetics and brain chemistry. For some, like mom Stephanie Decker, who became
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After losing parents, 6-year-old embarks on smile mission0
- Making a Positive Difference
- August 11, 2015
Jaden Hayes is only 6-years-old, and he’s already known more than his share of heartbreak. His dad died two years ago and his mom just last month. But as Jaden’s aunt, Barbara DiCola, told CBS New correspondent Steve Hartman, her young nephew was tired of being surrounded by sadness and decided to do something about it.
READ MOREAEG Wants to Make Environmental Standards for the Live Rock Music Industry0
- Green Initiatives
- December 1, 2010
AEG attempts to make themselves the gold standard in terms of environmentally sustainable practices at their sports and live entertainment venues. Fast Company, 11/15/2010
READ MOREAdvocates: Importance of play time for children neglected0
- Home & Family
- August 23, 2011
According to a study, adults are not the only ones who are too busy to have fun in their lives. Children are losing on average 9 hours of playtime per week. With some of this “play” deficit being adult driven and some because of societal changes, this article addresses the importance that playtime has on
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